After first introducing the Cellview Imaging–WR-1 Retinal Imager over the summer, Essilor Instruments (of Essilor Luxoticca) is debuting the widefield fundus camera at the Vision Expo West 2025 this week.
Let’s start with some product background.
This non-mydriatic camera wasn’t originally developed by Essilor. In fact, the company only assumed ownership following its February 2025 acquisition of Cellview Imaging Inc.
About Cellview: This Canadian start-up specialized in diagnostic retinal imaging and brought with it a portfolio of FDA- and CE-approved ophthalmic instruments and solutions—including ultra-widefield (UWF) proprietary technology.
- Among them: The Cellview Retinal Camera (WRI-1 UWF Retinal Imager).
Now talk about this camera.
To start: The Cellview camera is marketed as “easy to use” for staff, requiring minimal training and resulting in decreased exam time (in other words: less patient chair time).
And to put it plainly: The camera provides a much wider view of the retina versus other fundus imagers.
How much wider of a view?
- Up to 133° field of view with a single image
- Up to 200° field of view via automated dual-image stitching
The camera is designed to provide clear and high-definition images through smaller pupils—including as small as 2.5 mm—most cataracts, and other media opacities.
And what does this enable?
For eyecare providers (ECPs) to provide a more accurate, earlier identification of retinal conditions and pathologies—as well as peripheral abnormalities—that may otherwise go undetected with more narrow field-of-view imaging modalities.
As Essilor noted, such retinal diseases may include diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, or other peripheral retinal lesions.
- And most importantly: This identification can be done at an early stage in which intervention and treatment can be more effective.
Hone in on its imaging component.
The camera is equipped with a full-visible spectrum light-emitting diode (LED) array (460 to 830 nm) encompassing full-color and infrared imaging to aid in these early and in-depth identification capabilities.
- Some examples of these options: Color, deep infrared, invert color, green only, mono or invert mono, red-free, and red-only
And with this, auto focus via precision imaging allows the camera to automatically adjust its focus to capture a sharper, high-resolution retinal image.
The specifications: -15D to +15D (in steps of 0.25D) / manual control available.
- What this means for clinicians: A reduced need for manual adjustments.
Go on …
An auto gain control (AGC) feature also provides a closed-loop feedback that “helps maintain a constraint image output” regardless of a patient’s pigment—essentially eliminating the chance for retinal images to be under- or over-saturated.
Can I get a visual of how this whole process works?
See here for a demonstration.
Let’s talk connectivity.
Automatic software and feature upgrades are included with the Callview camera, along with:
- Unlimited cloud-based storage
- Unlimited “remote review stations” on any laptop or computer, supporting data exchange for remote patient monitoring and collaborative care with specialists or other ECPs
- Remote technician support
So … how can I get more details on this?
Check out the product brochure.
If you’re attending VEW this week, stop by the Essilor booth #F14051 for a live demo of the retinal imager.
Otherwise, contact the company to discuss availability and pricing options.
Vision Expo West 2025 is being held Sept. 17-20, 2025, at The Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada.